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Teaching respect starts early! Understanding and respecting each other's words and feelings is a key lesson that helps children grow into empathetic and respectful individuals. Not just for children but even for us adults! Let's nurture these important values together! #EarlyChildhoodEducation #RespectAndListening #ParentingTips #TrinityInternationalKindergarten

Vicarious learning! “Mummy, if the teacher can make other children stop laughing at someone who gives a wrong answer, then I’d be able to answer in class.” “Did someone laugh at you?” “No... but I see them laugh when others give wrong answers.” How can we create safe spaces where children feel free to ask, answer, and express themselves without fear of ridicule? - Listen carefully to everyone. Children often pick up on adults’ nonverbal cues. If we are attentive to each question and answer in class, children are more likely to follow suit. - Ask the right questions—those that don’t have wrong answers! - Foster and practice mutual respect. Some of the best lessons in this can be drawn from To Sir, With Love. #safespaces

4 Important Reasons to Teach Children Good Manners Good manners aren’t just about politeness—they’re about shaping the foundation of a child’s character and future success. Teaching children proper manners early on prepares them to navigate the world with respect and kindness. Here are four key reasons why teaching children good manners is so important: 1- Builds Respect for Others: When children learn to say “please” and “thank you,” they develop an understanding of empathy and respect for the feelings of others. 2- Promotes Confidence: Knowing how to behave in different social situations boosts a child’s self-confidence. They feel more comfortable and capable in new environments. 3- Encourages Positive Relationships: Good manners help children build stronger relationships with their peers, teachers, and family members, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect. 4- Sets Them Up for Success: Politeness and respect are qualities that will serve children throughout their lives—whether at school, in future workplaces, or within personal relationships. Teaching good manners is one of the greatest gifts you can give a child. It helps them grow into thoughtful, successful adults. PS: What’s one essential manner you think every child should learn? Share your thoughts in the comments #goodmanners #childdevelopment #parentingtips #respect #confidencebuilding #lifeskills #kids

New Video Alert: Teach Kids Responsibility Through a Fun Story! Looking for a creative and meaningful way to teach your child the value of responsibility? 🌟 In our latest video, meet Max the monkey, a playful character who learns an important life lesson about keeping promises. This engaging story is paired with practical parenting tips to help you instill responsibility and commitment in your child’s daily life. ✨ What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why promises matter in building trust and responsibility. ✔️ How to teach kids responsibility through fun and gentle strategies. ✔️ Actionable tips to make parenting easier and more effective. 📌 Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers who want to nurture social skills and positive habits in kids! 🎥 Watch now and help your child grow into a more responsible and reliable individual! 💬 What promises are you helping your child keep today? Share your thoughts in the comments! #GentleParenting #PositiveParenting #ParentingTips #KidsStories #TeachResponsibility #ChildDevelopment #ParentingHacks https://lnkd.in/g9CSxGfZ

Teaching kids about peers with special needs builds empathy, helping them appreciate differences and show compassion. This foundation fosters inclusive friendships and respect for all. #ParentingWithPurpose #InclusionMatters #EmpathyBuilding #parentcoach #parenting

Educating children about school values and cultures is essential to fostering a positive learning environment and helping them develop into respectful, responsible, and culturally aware individuals. Two major strategies to effectively teach these principles are; 1. Lead by example Children learn values and behaviours by observing adults. Teachers and staff should model the values the school promotes, such as kindness, respect, honesty, hard work, and inclusivity. 2. Use Visual Reminders like; >Posters in hallways and classrooms. >Bulletin boards with student-created content. >School mascots or slogans that reflect core values. This aids the learners to effectively understand their importance and carry them into their communities, #Mentoringyoungleadersfromschools.

Teaching kids responsibility starts with simple, age-appropriate chores 🧹✨ What tasks have you introduced to your child? Let’s share ideas and inspire each other! 💡👇 #Parentipity #ParentingTips #KidsAndChores #RaisingResponsibleKids #ParentingWins

Raising a confident child and teaching eye contact doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be respectful. And saying no to a teacher because they don’t want to do something is disrespectful. Life is hard and they will have to do hard things… even when they don’t love it. So that is a slippery slope. I think I get your point but with that teaching confidence and respect you should also teach respect for others and themselves. I rather teach them confidence and right from wrong and to stand up and speak up when something is wrong. Don’t let people push you around especially if it’s dangerous to you or inappropriate. #ParentingTips #RaiseStrongKids #LifeLessons #IndependentKids #ParentingAdvice #TeachThemRight #SmartParenting #EmpowerYourKids #WiseParenting

🌍 World – Let’s Stop Shouting Day: Fostering Peaceful Schools November 6th, marks World – Let’s Stop Shouting Day—a timely reminder for schools to prioritise calm, respectful communication. In education, loud reactions can be distressing, especially for students impacted by trauma. Adopting trauma-informed practices helps create safe spaces where students feel understood, valued, and engaged. Quaker schools provide a powerful model: interactions between staff and students are grounded in respect, mindfulness, and equality, making every communication a peaceful one. Tools like restorative justice and peer mediation offer ways for students to resolve conflicts with empathy and accountability, building a culture of respect. Reflecting on this day, schools can: 1. Establish calm-down zones for self-regulation. 2. Conduct silent reflection times. 3. Offer staff training on peaceful communication techniques. When schools choose peaceful communication, we empower students with lifelong skills of empathy and respect. Let’s continue to create environments where every voice feels heard and every interaction builds trust. 🌍✌️ #WorldLetsStopShoutingDay #PeacefulSchools #TraumaInformed

🏫 Change often brings about feelings of excitement AND worry! As your kindergartner prepares to embark 🎒 on a huge academic, social, and emotional milestone they will most likely encounter moments of anxiety. Tracy Foels, M.A., LMHCA, and I created the 5 R’s to guide you in fostering a nurturing environment for your child to explore language. 1️⃣ Relax 2️⃣ Regulate 3️⃣ Relate 4️⃣ Reason 5️⃣ Refocus Which of the 5 R’s are you already doing? Which of the 5 R’s you are going to implement? It takes a village, share this post with loved ones preparing a little one for kindergarten.